Grandma Sofa by Robert Venturi & Denise Scott Brown for Knoll, 1980s
By Robert Venturi and Denise Scott Brown
Located in Oakville, CA
Venturi's design for this sofa was influenced by Jean Royere's "Ours Polaire" sofa with clear, intentional parallels. 88W x 42D x 31H [19SH]
Leather, Foam
Vladimir Kagan Serpentine Cloud Sofa & Pouf in Boucle and Brass, Directional
By Vladimir Kagan, Directional
Located in Culver City, CA
If you're into names like Milo Baughman, Karl Springer, Pierre Paulin, or Jean Royère — this sofa will absolutely make your heart skip a beat.
Brass
Arne Norell curvy Soffa Produced by Westbergs Möbler, Sweden, circa 1960
By Arne Norell
Located in Hägersten-Liljeholmen, Stockholms län
The design can be related to famous Jean Royère curvy line sofa or viggo Bosen furniture.
Bouclé, Beech
Vintage couches and antique sofas have anchored living rooms for generations. The pieces most sought after today carry the deep-buttoned tufting of a Chesterfield or the low, sculptural ease of mid-century modern and Hollywood Regency design.
Styles to Know
Rolled arms and tufted backs point to Mid-Century Modern or Hollywood Regency pieces, while tight backs and turned legs skew more traditional. Velvet is enjoying a renewed moment across most of these silhouettes; see our velvet chesterfield sofa trend report for examples. A mid-century modern coffee table within reach and a vintage mirror nearby round out the seating area.
How to Choose the Right Vintage Sofa
A sofa's frame and upholstery history can be difficult to judge from photographs alone. Ask a seller for more information when a listing doesn't show the fabric or joinery clearly, and confirm whether the upholstery is original or has been redone. Each piece comes from a vetted 1stDibs seller, with era, designer and condition detailed, and the 1stDibs Promise stands behind every purchase.
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